1995 Ford Windstars Recalled

Washington, DC (SafetyAlerts) - The National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration has published the recall of certain 1995 Ford Windstar
automobiles, because some vehicles can develop cracks in the fuel tank in the forward
strap area of the standard 20-gallon tank.

This problem is caused by a combination of factors
that are present in certain very hot areas of the country. These cracks could result in
fuel leakage if they propagate through the wall of the tank.

The recalled minivans were originally sold, or are
currently registered, in the following hot weather states:Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California (10 southern counties), Florida, Georgia,
Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada (Clark County only), Oklahoma, South Carolina and
Texas.

Approximately 93,600 vehicles are affected by this
recall. Dealers will install a brace assembly at the strap bolt hole location and
replace the tank strap with a revised, longer strap.

Dealers will also inspect the tanks for leaks. If
a leak exists and is the result of a crack in the fuel tank, the tank will be replaced in
addition to the installation of the brace assembly and longer strap.

Owner notification was expected to begin during
December 1999. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should
contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

[NHTSA Recall No. 99V309/Ford
Recall No. 99S33]

Important Note
Regarding Auto RecallsFrequently SafetyAlerts will list
auto recalls before
your dealer will know about them. If you have a vehicle
affected by one of these posted recalls be sure and
write down the NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number.
If your dealer doesn't know about therecall when you
check, ask them how they arenotified of recalls and
when the next update is due.

Did you know?During 2001 there were over1575 products recalled in the United
States for safety reasons!

The information contained herein has been obtained from sources that the Company believes to be reliable, however, the Company has not independently verified or confirmed the information and the recipient acknowledges that no representations or warranties are being made in connection with the use of the information.